Introduction
"This grand charming self-catering holiday home offers the chance to step back time to enjoy a time reminiscent of that detailed in such stories as Jane Erye. Traditionally furnished as one would expect with many special touches to make the holiday cottage feel like home. A spacious regal sitting room quite the tranquil haven with original fireplace and huge floor to ceiling windows and doors that open onto a large conservatory.\nThe large country kitchen has been beautifully finished with high quality fixtures and fittings with a more modern feel and has every conceivable appliance including a Rangemaster five ring cooker with cooker hood. A long refectory oak table surrounded by chairs is the perfect place to sit and enjoy a feast with family or friends.\nThe formal dining area again offering a captivating feel of a bygone era offers wood paneling and a full length dining table which seats 20 comfortably.\nUpstairs the four bedrooms offer ample space many considered suites carefully furnished in keeping with the house and all have plenty of wardrobes and storage space. The three bathrooms make it the ideal place for larger groups of family and friends to base their stay either for a short break or a longer family holiday and with the added bonus of The Wing which sleeps 6 there is room for everyone please ask for more details on the wing.\nThere is parking for several cars on the private sweeping driveway and a beautifully kept 2 acre garden for you to enjoy with breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and Walmer Castle. All in all this self-catering holiday home in Kent is the ideal place to stay if peace and tranquillity is what you are looking for."
Summary
Glen Hill House: sleeps 16 in 7 bedrooms,1 family bathroom, 2 en-suite shower/bath-rooms,1 downstairs WC. Various reception areas, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, sitting room. A main house and connecting annex which links with the main house on two levels but also has separate access. WiFi available in the main house.
The Main House (sleeping 10 in 4 bedrooms)
Ground Floor
The entry to the house leads into a lobby area. A passage from the lobby connects to the annex.
Kitchen: separate range-master with five ring gas cooker with electric ovens and extractor hood, microwave, small fridge, dishwasher, breakfast table which seats 10.
Utility room, washing machine, dryer, large fridge/freezer and walk in pantry. A downstairs WC leads from the utility room.
Grand Reception Rooms, up 4 steps
Drawing room, with seating for 10, original working fireplace, French doors lead to conservatory, TV/DVD player
Dining room, table seats up to 20, original fire place with electric fire, piano (poor condition) access to the music room/ play room is through this room.
Conservatory, tables seat at least 10 guests, with views of grounds and Walmer Castle. Please note, this room is not heated.
Mezzanine Level
Twin bedroom (sleeps 3) on three single beds, original fire place. En-suite bathroom with hand held shower, additional door, doubles up as a guests cloakroom. Another door connects to a hidden staircase leading to the master bedroom in the annexe.
First Floor
Junior master double (sleeps 2) king size bed, TV. En-suite bathroom with a roll top ball and claw bath, separate shower cubicle
Second Floor
Master suite (sleeps 2) in super king-size bed, French doors to a balcony, extensive views of the grounds. En-suite shower room
Twin bedroom (sleeps 2) in two single beds, bay window with original slatted blinds, large wardrobe, original fire place.
Annexe - ’The Wing’- sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms, benefits from its own living, dining and kitchen area.
First Floor
Double bedroom (sleeps 2)
Double room (sleeps 2)
Twin bedroom (sleeps 2)
Family bathroom, bath with shower over
Ground Floor
Cloakroom
Sitting room, with lounge area seats 6, original fireplace, TV
Dining area with oval wooden table and chairs.
Kitchen, basic.
Services
Throughout entire property
Central heating, storage heaters and fire places (some logs provided) throughout the property.
Wi-Fi in the main house
A further bed is available and can be put up in any of the bedrooms.
Outside
Spacious two acre plot, beautifully landscaped with terrace areas, lawns, a rudimentary grass tennis court (summer only) and rare views over the castle and sea.
Garden furniture to seat up to 20 guests (BBQ available upon request).
Parking for at least 5 cars
What you need to know
A security deposit of £1,000 is required at this property. This will be collected automatically 7 days prior to arrival and refunded (unless a damage claim is received) 7 days after the end of your stay. Please note that your refunded security deposit will take 3-5 days to appear in your account. For your convenience, we’ll take this payment from the last card used to make payment to us. If you would prefer to use a different method of payment, please let us know before the security deposit is due.
Cot and highchair available upon request.
Wi-Fi
Central heating - storage heaters
2 pets allowed
Please note that there is an apartment adjacent to the garage which will at times be occupied by the owners.
Properties in England - Current government guidance states that in England, outdoor restaurants and takeaway options, as well as swimming pools are permitted to open in Step 2 (expected to be 12 April – 16 May 2021), subject to social distancing rules. Indoor entertainment and areas of hospitality will not be permitted to open until Step 3 (expected to be 17 May – 20 June 2021).
Wales: The latest Welsh government guidance states that outdoor attractions and outdoor hospitality, including at cafes, pubs and restaurants can reopen on Monday 26 April 2021. Gyms, leisure facilities and fitness facilities can reopen on 3 May 2021.
Scotland: The latest Scottish government guidance states that gyms and swimming pools can reopen for individual exercise on 26 April 2021. On the same day, outdoor hospitality (which can serve alcohol and stay open until 10pm) and indoor hospitality (without alcohol and closing at 8pm) can reopen.
Government guidance and legislation on COVID 19 changes frequently. Before you travel, you need to ensure you have checked and understood the relevant legislation and guidance that is applicable to you and the make up of your party.